Yards to Inches Converter
Type a value in yards to see it in inches as you type, with the exact formula and a reference chart.
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How this was calculated
- 1 yard = 36 inches
- 2.5 × 36 = 90 in
| yd | in | fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 0.125 yd | 4.5 in | 4 1/2 |
| 0.25 yd | 9 in | 9 |
| 0.333 yd | 11.988 in | 12 |
| 0.5 yd | 18 in | 18 |
| 0.667 yd | 24.012 in | 24 |
| 0.75 yd | 27 in | 27 |
| 1 yd | 36 in | 36 |
| 1.25 yd | 45 in | 45 |
| 1.5 yd | 54 in | 54 |
| 2 yd | 72 in | 72 |
| 2.5 yd | 90 in | 90 |
| 3 yd | 108 in | 108 |
| 4 yd | 144 in | 144 |
| 5 yd | 180 in | 180 |
| 6 yd | 216 in | 216 |
| 8 yd | 288 in | 288 |
| 10 yd | 360 in | 360 |
| 20 yd | 720 in | 720 |
| 50 yd | 1,800 in | |
| 100 yd | 3,600 in |
| in | yd |
|---|---|
| 1 in | 0.0277778 yd |
| 6 in | 0.166667 yd |
| 9 in | 0.25 yd |
| 12 in | 0.333333 yd |
| 18 in | 0.5 yd |
| 24 in | 0.666667 yd |
| 30 in | 0.833333 yd |
| 36 in | 1 yd |
| 40 in | 1.11111 yd |
| 45 in | 1.25 yd |
| 48 in | 1.33333 yd |
| 54 in | 1.5 yd |
How to convert yards to inches
1 yard = 36 inches. To convert yards to inches, multiply by 36. A yard is 3 feet, exactly 0.9144 m. The international inch is exactly 2.54 cm (agreed in 1959).
Worked examples
- 0.5 yards = 18 in (0.5 × 36)
- 2.5 yards = 90 in (2.5 × 36)
- 10 yards = 360 in (10 × 36)
Where this conversion comes up
Yards are used for fabric, American football fields and golf distances; inches for screens, tools, lumber and US body measurements. Multiply by 36: a quarter yard is 9 in, half a yard 18 in and 2.5 yd is 90 in. Fabric shops cut in eighths of a yard (4.5 in steps).
Quick estimate
Multiply by 36 (or by 3 and then by 12).
Common mistakes
- Dividing instead of multiplying. A inch is smaller than a yard, so the number of inches must come out larger: 0.5 yards = 18 in.
Going the other way? Use the inches to yards converter. Related length converters: mm to inches, inches to mm, inches to feet, feet to inches, meters to feet, feet to meters.
Frequently asked questions
How do you convert yards to inches?
Multiply the yards by 36. For example, 2.5 yards is 90 inches.
How many inches are in one yard?
One yard is 36 inches. A yard is 3 feet, exactly 0.9144 m.
What is 10 yards in inches?
10 yards is 360 inches.
Is there a quick way to estimate yards to inches?
Multiply by 36 (or by 3 and then by 12).